Cycling Days
5 days of fully guided cycling
Portugal & Spain
Cycle and experience two countries
Near the Monte Gordo beach
Sophisticated 4* hotel
Discover the wonderful Eastern Algarve and Southern Spain on a voyage of discovery on two wheels. Our week of fantastic cycling meanders along picturesque cycle tracks and lanes taking in the beautiful countryside this delightful region has to offer.
Easy to Medium
Extras
Arrive at Faro Airport and transfer to the The Prime Energize Hotel Monte Gordo
Our first day of cycling begins from our hotel. Our route will take us along quiet lanes which meander through the lovely countryside to the typical Algarve village of Santa Rita where we can take a break in the local café for lunch ( at own cost). From here we ride on quiet tarmac lanes and along the way we cross a Ford before the village of Fonte Salgada if the water level allows.
We then continue along picturesque lanes to finish in the lovely town of Tavira. Our route will take us directly to the train station where we catch the local train back to Monte Gordo along with our bicycles.
Distance: 29km Ascent/descent: 100m
After breakfast we leave our hotel and cycle on a designated cycleway to Vila Real S. Antonio, where the river Guadiana meets the sea. We’ll take our bikes across on the ferry to the Spanish town of Ayamonte. We then cycle east through the salt pans of Ayamonte which for centuries has been producing salt & shellfish and now are a haven for birdlife.
We will tour the bustling small town of Isla Cristina before returning to Ayamonte and to catch the ferry back to Portugal. During the day there will be stops for refreshments and lunch ( at own cost)
Distance: 41km Ascent/descent: minimal
Today we take a charming route, running along the coast and the Ria Formosa on the coastal ecovia. En route we will visit the quintessential coastal village of Cacela Velha with its Moorish influenced architecture. We pass through Cabanas where cafés line the attractive waterfront. We finish again in Tavira, one of the most unspoilt towns in the Algarve. There will be time to stroll around & enjoy this lovely town. Our route takes us to the train station where we can take train back to Monte Gordo with our bicycles. During the day there will be stops for refreshments and lunch ( at own cost).
Distance: 26km; Ascent/descent: minimal
Today is a day at leisure. Perhaps spend time enjoying the hotels facilities and the lovely resort of Monte Gordo.
Today a route takes us through pine woodland on quiet, well surfaced, tracks to Vila Real S. António, where the river Guadiana meets the sea. We’ll take our bikes across on the ferry to the Spanish town of Ayamonte. We then cycle south to the resort area of Isla Canela and the Isla Del Moral, a more local fishing village. We will then return to Ayamonte and ferry back to Portugal. During the day there will be stops for refreshments and lunch ( at own cost).
Distance: 37km Ascent/descent: minimal
Our day of cycling is based around a local circuit centred on the local Nature Reserve. Along the way we visit the reserves headquarters where we are given information on the banks of the river Guadiana and the salt works of Castro Marim around which an abundance of birds have made their home. We also visit the attractive and historic small town of Castro Marim dominated by its ancient castle and more recent fortifications guarding the river and giving great views over the surrounding countryside. During the day there will be stops for refreshments and lunch ( at own cost).
Distance: 27km Ascent/descent: minimal
After breakfast you may have some free time to do any last minute local shopping and sightseeing before heading to the airport for your flight home.
Ideally located in the Southeast of Algarve, and with close proximity to the Monde Gordo beach, this sophisticated 4 star hotel is a perfect base for our week of Solos cycling.
Facilities include indoor and outdoor swimming pool, bar , spa including indoor pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, treatments and massages (additional cost), restaurant, gym and free Wi-Fi in public areas.
Our comfortable rooms include air conditioning with customizable control, Hairdryer, minibar, pillow menu, safe, free Wifi , Smart TV with access to national / international channels, kettle, access to the fitness area of the hotel and indoor pool, jacuzzi and sauna
The transfer time from Faro Airport to the hotel is approximately 60 minutes, depending on weather and traffic.
Graded Easy to Medium
E-Bikes are available to pre-book and paid locally – €100.00
It is of paramount importance that you have the correct attire when cycling for enjoyment, comfort and safety. It is essential to wear padded cycling shorts/trousers that are comfortable. We strongly recommend wearing a suitable cycling helmet on your tour. We recommend bringing your own helmet for comfort and safety however, helmets will be available with the bike hire. We also highly recommend taking and wearing cycling/biking short or long gloves. You will also need to bring a small adapted rucksack suitable for bike riding to keep all your essentials such a food, drink, first-aid kit, clothing etc
Whilst we would hope for good weather during your holiday, it is of course impossible to guarantee this. We would therefore recommend you travel with clothing suitable for all conditions, and suggest you use the following checklist as a guideline of what to take:
We suggest a Group Collection to cover transfer drivers, and hotel staff of €15.00 per person. Your Tour Leader will collect this on your behalf and distribute it accordingly, thus relieving you of the burden of who, when and how much to tip. The tipping of housekeeping will be left to your individual discretion (a small amount left in your room on departure should cover this and would be much appreciated). As is customary, ‘the hat’ will be passed around for the driver and guide on all optional excursions. For any meals that are not included in your itinerary, or taxi fares, your Tour Leader can advise of an appropriate % add on.
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Our tour leader Monica was exceptional! Had such a good time and will be rebooking with Solos. Thanks for a great holiday!
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